FedEx Triumphs as Overall Winner at the HR Excellence Awards 2024

Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, was recognized with seven awards at the prestigious HR Excellence Awards 2024 Philippines. The company won Gold in Excellence in Change Management, HR Innovation, HR Technology, and Hybrid Work. Additionally, FedEx earned Silver for Excellence in Communication Strategy and Digital Transformation, and Bronze for Best HR Team in a Multinational Company.

FedEx stood out among numerous contenders across various industries due to its exceptional employee engagement strategies and innovative HR practices. The company has set a benchmark in nurturing a work environment that fosters inclusivity, teamwork, and professional growth.

Organized by Asia’s leading HR platform, Human Resources Online, the prestigious HR Excellence Awards honors HR teams and individuals across Asia that excel in implementing innovative HR strategies, driving positive change, and enhancing employee engagement and well-being, making it a benchmark for excellence in the HR field. This awards program is the region’s only HR recognition that is fully peer-reviewed by a distinguished jury of HR experts and thought leaders.

“Winning these awards is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, driven by its People-Service-Profit (P-S-P) philosophy. This recognition is especially meaningful as we celebrate our 40^th anniversary of operations in the Philippines,” said Maribeth Espinosa, Managing Director, FedEx Philippines. “At FedEx, we believe in empowering our employees and providing them with the tools they need to succeed. It also reaffirms our commitment to creating an environment where our people can spread their wings and thrive.”

FedEx Philippines has been at the forefront of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and opportunity (DEI&O) within its workplace. Over the past four decades, the company has been dedicated to empowering diverse voices and providing access to leadership, education, and employment opportunities that inspire people to succeed. Initiatives like the Empowering Women Scholarship Program (EWSP) with the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs exemplify this commitment by providing scholarships to women in STEM fields at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines.

FedEx has also been recognized for its efforts in creating a safe and nurturing environment for employees with disabilities, implementing physical modifications to its facilities, such as ramp access, handrails, and non-slip flooring. These efforts have not only earned FedEx recognition in previous HR Excellence Awards but also accolades from the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA).

With this prestigious recognition, FedEx Philippines is posed to continue its innovative approach to HR management. The company will continue to further enhance its employee programs, focusing on technology-driven HR solutions that promise to redefine the employee experience, ensuring that its people remain at the heart of the company’s success.

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